William Lumpkin served for the US Air Force during 1947-1950 as a Private First Class stationed in Alaska. He spent a majority of his time learning and working on the upkeep and maintenance on the planes used for the Air Force. After serving in Alaska, he joined the Air Force National Guard, presently known as the US Air Force Reserves for another six years.

Branch of Military Served:

US Air Force

Dates Served:

1947-1956

Military Rank:

Private First Class

Highlights of Military Service

After serving as a Private First Class for the US Air Force, William was a member of the Air Force Reserves for six years.In 1950 he joined the Dallas Police Department and was appointed as a Motorcade police officers who served under President John F. Kennedy. William learned so much about working on engines that during his career as a Dallas Police Officer, if he saw a citizen having automobile issues, he was able to even kindly stop and fix their car problems and send them on their way, rain or shine. William very much enjoyed learning and serving during his time while enlisted in the US Air Force.